Netflix announced today the forthcoming adaptation of Fernando Aramburu's latest novel, "El niño" (Tusquets Editores). The film will be written and directed by Mariano Barroso ("La línea invisible," "Los Farad") and produced by Barroso along with Rafa Portela.

Barroso expressed his enthusiasm for the project: "I'm delighted to continue my work with Netflix, this time from the script and direction of my next film. Working with the teams in this house is one of the best experiences in my career. Adapting Fernando Aramburu’s novel is a great challenge and a thrilling privilege."

Fernando Aramburu shared his thoughts on the significance of the story: "The accident in Ortuella had a deep echo inside of me throughout the years. I felt as if it was claiming its own space inside the series of stories called 'Gentes vascas’ that I was resolved to tell. The adaptation of this project by Netflix pleases me greatly and at the same time strengthens the certainty about these kids, who died in that tragedy in 1980, being worthy of having a decent space in our memory."

Bela Bajaria Chief Content Officer at Netflix | Official website

"El niño" narrates the story of Nicasio, an octogenarian who visits his grandson's tomb every Thursday at the Ortuella cemetery. His grandson was one of many children who perished in a gas explosion at a school in October 1980. The narrative explores how this tragedy affected Nicasio's family and others, offering a journey driven by unexpected emotions and psychological exploration.